Panasonic FZ300 vs Ricoh CX2

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FZ300 versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the FZ300 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was introduced 5 years later than the CX2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FZ300 matches up against the CX2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ300 has external measurements of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") accompanied by a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FZ300 vs the CX2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ300 and CX2 is 59 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The visual here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ300 and CX2.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic FZ300 to resolve extra detail using its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher FZ300 will have a benefit in sensor technology.